Event Porter; PT

Under the general supervision of the Cultural Facility Manager, this position is responsible for assisting in the operations of the PACE Center and The Schoolhouse, cultural events, event set up (moving tables, chairs, etc), maintenance, and facility rentals.

Works under the general supervision of the Cultural Facility Manager.

None.

• Assist in all event set-ups and room restores in the centers including reconfiguring rooms for a variety of classes, workshops, meetings and special events.
• Transport, setup and dismantle types of equipment including tables, chairs, linen, pipe and drape, stanchions, barricades, dance floors and moderate audio/video equipment.
• Maintains restroom facilities before, during and after events. Performs tasks, which include toilet/sink cleaning, mopping, vacuuming, sweeping and replenishing supplies/product.

• May be required to perform the duties of a position for which the Facility Coordinator supervises on occasion. Performs a variety of miscellaneous duties such as answering phones, collecting fees, helping set up for classes, events, etc. Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Performs related work as assigned by supervisor.
• Works on special projects as assigned.
• Works on Town wide initiatives and programs as assigned.
• Serves as facility staff on duty as scheduled.

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Experience in events or event set up is preferred.
• Experience in customer service or closely related area is preferred, but not required.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Town officials, community organizations, the public, promoters, coworkers and supervisors.
• Must have strong customer service skills and a willingness to help people.
• Working knowledge of computers and modern office practices and procedures. Knowledge of word processing and various software packages related to sales including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office.
• Ability to effectively foster relationships with the public and to handle stressful situations.
• Ability to interact with a broad range of people to effectively accomplish assigned tasks or projects.
• Must be flexible and able to handle multiple tasks and conflicting priorities. Must be able to work under and adhere to deadlines, even under stressful or difficult situations.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions, and the ability to issue clear and concise verbal and/or written instructions to others and report operations verbally or in written form.
• Ability to assist in setting up events and exhibits.
• Ability to set up and take down event equipment and supplies both indoors and outdoors.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed instructions that pertain to a multi-use venue and facility.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including mostly evening and weekend hours is required. Holiday work may be required.

• Various computers, software packages, telephones, copy machines, printers, and small hand tools.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is consistently required to stand and walk, use hands and fingers, handle, feel or operate objects, and will occasionally sit. The employee is consistently required to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and push and pull up to 150 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.

The employee may be required to climb and balance. The employee must frequently lift and carry…